In most instances, the suspect targets young girls who live in ground-level bedrooms. He enters the rooms through open windows late at night while victims are sleeping and then proceeds to touch the girls in their sleep.

Last Friday, an incident like this happened to a young girl in San Marcos. An unknown man entered her bedroom through a window and touched her, but fled once the girl began screaming.

Police say this most recent incident in Escondido is now being investigated as part of this ongoing series involving what appears to be the same suspect. A suspect description has not yet been released.

Officials want to remind residents to lock all doors and windows, especially overnight. Residents should also consider installing motion detectors or keeping one exterior light on overnight.

Any suspicious activity should be immediately reported to the Escondido Police Department.